The RDS Arena

The Schoolhouse Hotel is located in close proximity to the RDS stadium which is owned by the Royal Dublin Society and located in the Dublin suburb of Ballsbridge, Ireland. The arena was originally developed to host equestrian events, including the annual Dublin Horse Show, which was first held there in 1868. Leinster rugby team regularly use the venue. The Arena has also hosted football, tennis and wrestling events as well as concerts.The arena has a capacity of 18,500, 16,500 of which is seated.